Summary
The country of Chad is located
in the middle of africa. Despite
it's vast history, chad is one
of the least known countries
in Africa. In the past, Chad
has faced wars, droughts, and
disease. With many different
languages and cultures, Chad
is a very diverse and independent
country.
Location: South Africa Area:1.284 million sq km Climate: Tropical inthe south, dessert in the north. Grographic coordinates: 15 00 N, 19 00 E Population: 10,543,464 Languages: French, Arabic, & Sara
1960 - Chad became independent from
France, but remained within the French community.
Francois Tombalbaye became the 1st president. 1965–1979 - Civil War in Chad. 1974 - Oil is discovered in Chad. 1980 -War with Libya. 1992 - An agreement was made on sharing water from
Nubian sandstone aquifer system, the largest in the
world, located under Chad, Egypt, Libya and Sudan.
January 1st: New Year's Day May 1st: Labour Day May 25th: African Liberation Day August 11th: Independence Day November 1st: All Saints' Day November 28th: Republic Day December 1st: Freedom & Democracy Day December 25th: Christmas
Traditional Clothing
The people of Chad wear "western-style" clothing, most of
which are made of cotton.
The Republic of Chad!
Chad's Anthem
The country of Chad is located
in the middle of africa. Despite
it's vast history, chad is one
of the least known countries
in Africa. In the past, Chad
has faced wars, droughts, and
disease. With many different
languages and cultures, Chad
is a very diverse and independent
country.
Location: South Africa
Area: 1.284 million sq km
Climate: Tropical inthe south, dessert in the north.
Grographic coordinates: 15 00 N, 19 00 E
Population: 10,543,464
Languages: French, Arabic, & Sara
Chad History Timeline
1960 - Chad became independent from
France, but remained within the French community.
Francois Tombalbaye became the 1st president.
1965–1979 - Civil War in Chad.
1974 - Oil is discovered in Chad.
1980 -War with Libya.
1992 - An agreement was made on sharing water from
Nubian sandstone aquifer system, the largest in the
world, located under Chad, Egypt, Libya and Sudan.
Historical Enemies
Historical Conflicts
-War with Libya
-War with France(reason: slavery)- Civil War in Chad(reason: slavery)
blue- sky, hopeyellow- the sun
red- progress, unity
Traditions
January 1st: New Year's DayMay 1st: Labour Day
May 25th: African Liberation Day
August 11th: Independence Day
November 1st: All Saints' Day
November 28th: Republic Day
December 1st: Freedom & Democracy Day
December 25th: Christmas
Traditional Clothing
The people of Chad wear "western-style" clothing, most of
which are made of cotton.
appetizers
soups
desserts
Moo Sate
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